1. to remove from a selected state or position; to cancel a previous selection
Usage: computing; technology
2. to remove a candidate from consideration or nomination, especially in politics
Usage: politics; British

Examples

• She deselects the checkbox to turn off notifications.
• The software automatically deselects all items when you close the window.
• Click here to deselect the highlighted text.
• The party deselects candidates who don’t meet their standards.
• He deselects the wrong answer and chooses a different option.
• The system deselects inactive users after 30 days.
• The committee deselects nominees who fail the background check.